Big Pumpkin Contest Starts at Saturday Farmington Farmers and Artisans Market

Think you can grow a monster pumpkin? Get started today at the Farmington Farmers and Artisans Market, open from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the in downtown Farmington. 

Market vendor Kim Sauter, owner of UP Pasties, will kick off the first "Who can grow the biggest pumpkin contest!” by handing out free heirloom seeds from a 400-pound pumpkin, along with her tried and true pumpkin-growing tips. Bring your pumpkin back to the Sept. 29 market to see whether it qualifies for the $100 prize.

Today's market features more than 40 vendors, including 10 new to the market. Because of repairs being made to the Riley Park lawn, vendors will be set up on the street in front of , , ,  and , in addition to the pavilion area. 

Here's what else you should know:

Cookin' at the Market

, located in the basement of the historic Cook building in downtown Farmington, will provide a free taste of the cuisine they serve.

Fit Farmington

The 1-mile walk around downtown Farmington starts at the information tent at 1 p.m.

For the kids

Little Sprouts Kids Corner, hosted by , provides activities for children from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Friends of the Market

Donate $20 to support the market and receive a free jute market bag or apron filled with coupons and trinkets from downtown merchants. Learn more at the information tent. 

Music at the Market

Dan Goree takes his listeners on a journey through American music. He performs a mix of American rock-n-roll, rhythm and blues, Motown and country.

Parking

Because of the street closing, fewer parking spots will be available in the Downtown Farmington Center near the pavilion. Lots are available on Orchard St. (behind the Center) and at the Maxfield Training Center on Thomas St.

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